Beginning December 15, 2013, there will be a fee for all immunizations: $15 per child or adult or $30 for a family with 2 or more children. If you have health insurance or a regular health care provider who covers immunizations, please contact your regular health care provider for the immunizations. If you cannot pay this fee, please let the clerk know. No child will be denied vaccines due to inability to pay.

Health Facts for SPA 7

OBESITY:
• 26.0% of children in grades 5, 7 & 9 are obese.
• 26.6% of adults are obese.

DIABETES:
• 11.0% of adults were diagnosed with diabetes.

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE:
• 25.3% of adults were diagnosed with hypertension.
• 30.5% of adults were diagnosed with high cholesterol.
• 7.5% of adults were diagnosed with a heart problem.

Mortality in LA County 2009

This report summarizes the leading causes of death and premature
death with trends for 2000-2009. It also provides information on
deaths from a wide range of health conditions, including chronic
diseases, such as heart disease and emphysema; infectious diseases,
such as pneumonia/influenza and HIV; lifestyle-related conditions,
such as diabetes and lung cancer; and intentional and unintentional
injuries.

Key Indicators of Health

This report features data about health-related behaviors, such as access to medical care, dental care, and health insurance; utilization of preventive services; rates of chronic disease, infectious disease, and injury; and perceptions about health.